Mental Health Professional

NORTHEAST COUNSELING SERVICES; Nanticoke (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance at NO COST to the EMP

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Resources

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

Northeast Counseling Services seeks a dedicated Mental Health Professional to join its Forensic Assertive Community Treatment (FACT) Team. The role provides evidence-based counseling to individuals with serious mental illness in the community, leveraging a multidisciplinary team approach to support recovery and reduce crises.

Starting salary is $42,000+ annually with additional compensation for experience. Comprehensive benefits include no-cost vision insurance and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a behavioral health field as listed.
• Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License or equivalent.
• Experience delivering community-based behavioral health services.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual counseling in community settings.
• Develop and implement person-centered treatment plans.
• Assist individuals in recovery and wellness goals.
• Provide crisis intervention and coordinate with treatment teams.
• Maintain timely documentation and coordinate with providers.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Community outreach

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Master's Degree in Psychology

Master's Degree in Counseling

Master's Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling

Related behavioral health field

Job description

Empower Recovery. Build Connections. Change Lives.

Mental Health Professional (FACT Team)

Northeast Counseling Services is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Professional to join our Forensic Assertive Community Treatment (FACT) Team.

If you are passionate about helping individuals with serious mental illness achieve recovery and stability in the community, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.

Why Join Northeast Counseling Services?

• Community-based work that changes lives
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team environment
• Competitive salary with additional compensation for years of experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• No-cost vision insurance for employees
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Position Summary

The Mental Health Professional provides evidence-based counseling and behavioral health services through a community-based Forensic Assertive Community Treatment (FACT) Team model.

Services are delivered primarily in the community using an intensive outreach approach to support individuals with serious mental illness who are involved in the forensic system. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team, the Mental Health Professional helps individuals achieve treatment goals, reduce crises, increase community stability, and support long-term recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual counseling and behavioral health interventions in community settings
• Develop and implement person-centered treatment plans
• Assist individuals in achieving recovery and wellness goals
• Provide crisis intervention and support as needed
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation
• Coordinate services with community providers and resources
• Promote independence, stability, and community integration

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in:
  • Social Work
  • Psychology
  • Counseling
  • Rehabilitation Counseling
  • Or a related behavioral health field from an accredited college or university
• Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License

Compensation

Starting Salary: $42,000+ annually

Additional compensation provided based on relevant years of experience.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance at NO COST to the Employee
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Resources
• Professional Development Opportunities

Northeast Counseling Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Community-Based / FACT Team

Salary: $42,000+ per year based on experience

This position requires the successful completion of an FBI Clearance, PA Criminal Clearance and Child Abuse Clearance.